Areas of Study
A Newberry College education reaches beyond classroom walls, city limits, preconceived notions of higher learning, and definitions of success. A Newberry education is a personal challenge to every student in pursuit of knowledge who possesses the drive to live and learn with purpose. It is a new model for education- a living and learning community that transforms study into action through personal and professional interaction.
All Majors/MinorsArts & Communications
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Artist
- Architect
- Arts Manager
- Web Companies
- Stage Managers
- Broadcast Producer
- Art Director/Manager
- Advertising Rep/Executive
- Graphic Designer
- Interior Designer
- Visiting Artist
- Working Actors
- Educator/Art Teacher
- Commercial/Fashion Designer
- Corporate Brand & Consultation
- Internet & Software Developer
- Screenwriter
- Media Mgmt/Exec.
- Theatre Director
- Technical Director
- Lighting Technician
- Multimedia Journalist
- Online Media Specialist
- Reporter, Broadcast/Print
Partial List of Employers That Have Hired Newberry Alumni
- CBN News
- Bounce TV Channel
- Art Center of Sarasota, FL
- Studio 151 Fine Arts
- South Carolina Department of Mental Health
- Amazon
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- The Fern Theatre Company
- WVLT-TV Knoxville
- WAFF-TV Huntsville
- Newberry Art Center
- DeAbrew Modeling Agency
- Coastal Federal Credit Union
- Laurens School District
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about her choice to study Communications and her experience within the program.
COMMUNICATIONS ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Vicky Saye Henderson
~ Vicky received a Bachelor of Arts Theatre in 1990 ~ Actor, Teaching Artist, and Vocalist / Trustus Theatre Education Director and Company Member. www.trustus.org / 2013 Jasper Arts Magazine Artist of the Year in Theatre / Recipient of the SC Arts Commission's 2015 Individual Artist Fellowship in Acting
COMMUNICATIONS ALUMNI IN FOCUS
John Howard
John Howard ('97) - Emmy-winning network technical director who has worked on many sports telecasts, including NASCAR races and several Super Bowls.
THEATRE ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Justin Machado
Justin is a Emmy-winning television producer, now a senior producer for the Bounce TV channel, Atlanta
Business Administration
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Bank Manager
- Project Manager
- Investment Broker
- Marketing Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- Health Care Administrator
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Auditor
- Benefits Coordinator
- Corporate Tax Accountant
- Tax Adviser/Consultant
- Certified Public Accountant
- Accounting Supervisor/Manager
- Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager
- Chief Financial Officer/Comptroller
- Travel Agent
- Advertising Agent
- Business Translator
- Global Sales Consultant
- Legal Compliance Officer
- Multi-national Sales Manager
- Imports and Exports Manager
- International Legal Adviser/Manager
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Melynda Kesler Gunter, CPA
Accounting Manager, Elliott Davis, LLC
Major at Newberry College, Business Administration, 2007
Additional graduate study, Masters of Accountancy & Taxation; University of South Carolina, 2009
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Finance Director
City of Morganton, NC
Newberry College, Accounting and Business Administration, 1981
Humanities
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Diplomat
- Counselor
- Camp Director
- Business Writer
- Youth Minister
- Cultural Adviser
- Advertising Manager
- Editor
- Historian
- Librarian
- Journalist
- Travel Agent
- Grant Writer
- Language Researcher
- Pastor
- Public Service Worker
- Social Worker
- Technical Writer
- Curriculum Developer
- Non-profit Leadership
- Strategic Planning Counsultant
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Band Director
- Choir Director
- Music Business Entrepreneur
- Musical Theatre Performer
- Piano Accompanist
- Instrumental Music Teacher
- Orchestra Director
- General/Elementary Music Teacher
- Choral Music Teacher
- Professional Musician
- Music-Related Occupations
- Church Organist
- Church Choir Director
Thoughts on Newberry College Scarlet Spirit Marching Band
If you are thinking about becoming involved in the Newberry College Scarlet Spirit Marching Band, here are some great reasons to join. Band Director, David Santiago and our students tell you.
Nursing
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Case Manager
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- Staff Nurse
- Military Nurse
- Director/CEO
- Manager/Administrator
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Practitioner
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Flight Nurse
- Forensic Nurse
- Pharm/Med Sales
- Holistic Nurse
- Medical Editor/Writer
- Consultant
- Nursing Information Personnel
- Parish Nurse
- Nurse Anesthetist
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
NURSING ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Trish Ulch
I am currently the School Nurse Coordinator for the School District of Newberry County and feel blessed to be in a position to effect change on a larger level. The wonderful aspect about nursing is that there are so many different areas to explore. The key, though, is leaving the heart and mind open to all the possibilities!
NURSING ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Todd Moon
Travelling Nurse, Hawaii and California
Keelin Maldonado, BSN, RN
Nursing Supervisor, Lexington Medical Center
NURSING ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Nadia Andrade, BSN, MSN, APRN
Nurse Practitioner, Duke University Medical Center, Invasive Cardiology Lab
Sciences and Mathematics
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Math Teacher
- Mathematician
- Medical Doctor
- Meteorologist
- Microbiologist
- Biotechnology
- Bio Lab Technician
- Forensic Chemistry
- Botanist
- Naturalist
- Statistician
- Stockbroker
- Veterinarian
- Zoo Assistant
- Professional School
- Chemistry Professor
- Engineer
- Astronaut
- Chemistry Teacher
- Computer Scientist
- Forensic Biologist
- Applied Research & Dev
- Environmental Chemistry
- Environmental Protection
Partial List of Employers That Have Hired Newberry Alumni
- Zeus Chemical
- Chocklett Environmental Services
- Southern Research Institute
- Laurens High School
- Newberry College Board of Trustees
- Presbyterian College
- Mid-Carolina Middle School
- River Bluff High School
- IRIX Pharmaceuticals
- Lugoff-Elgin High School
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
Trey Castles
Pediatrician in Columbia, SC; Newberry College Board of Trustees
Keelin Maldonado
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy practice, Presbyterian College
Kayce Shealy
8th grade Biology teacher, Mid-Carolina Middle School
Irina Roof
Irina Roof, PhD, Material Scientist, Zeus Chemical
Kevin J Ryan
Research Chemist, Southern Research Institute
Faith Carnes
REMAST Scholar, High School Teacher at River Bluff High School
Dr. Clinton Harshaw
Presbyterian College
Sport Professions
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Cruise Activity Director
- Membership Coordinator
- Campus Recreation Director
- Parks & Recreation Director
- Community Center Director
- Community Recreation Centers
- Community Relations Director
- Athletic Academic Counselor
- Conference Admin
- Marketing Director
- Outdoor Educator
- Personal Trainer
- Events Coordinator
- Physical Education
- Equipment Manager
- Head/Assistant Coach
- Commissioner
- Sports Director
- Athletic Director
- Activity Director
- Events Manager
- Game Operations
- General Manager
- Stadium Manager
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
SPORT PROFESSIONS ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Tommy Burke
Director of Compliance at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette since 2012. Served as Compliance Coordinator at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette from 2009 until 2012 when he was promoted. Earned Master’s degree at Troy University in 2009
SPORT PROFESSIONS ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Jeremy Keen
Jeremy Keen - Graduated from the University of South Carolina in December (2014) with his Master in Sport & Entertainment Management. Account Executive with the Savannah Sand Gnats
SPORT PROFESSIONS ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Ashley Smith
Ashley Smith - Earned a new position in Sport Tourism at Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission. Previously the Athletic Director at Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission
Teacher Education
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
- Kindergarten Aide
- Public School Principal
- Director at Childcare Center
- Teacher at Childcare Center
- Teacher (PreK-3 Grade)
- Teacher (Grades 3-6)
- Teacher (Grades 6-8)
- Math Teacher (Grades 9-12)
- Biology Teacher (Grades 9-12)
- Chemistry Teacher (Grades 9-12)
- English Teacher (Grades 9-12)
- History Teacher (Grades 9-12)
- State Department of Education
- School District Administration
- Early Childhood Therapist
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
TEACHER EDUCATION ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Albert Robertson
Finalist, 2015 South Carolina Teacher of the Year; honoree,Newberry College 2014 Hall of Master Teachers as a Veteran Teacher; recipient of the 2014 Palmetto State Social Studies Teacher of Excellence Award; serves as Lexington One's Lead Teacher for Middle School Social Studies, CERRA mentor trainer, and a USC teacher supervisor.
TEACHER EDUCATION ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Jeremy Binder
Finalist, 2015 South Carolina Teacher of the Year; honoree,Newberry College 2014 Hall of Master Teachers as a Veteran Teacher; recipient of the 2014 Palmetto State Social Studies Teacher of Excellence Award; serves as Lexington One’s Lead Teacher for Middle School Social Studies, CERRA mentor trainer, and a USC teacher supervisor.
TEACHER EDUCATION ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Dr. James Ann Lynch Sheley
Richland District Two Superintendent’s World Class Leadership Award (2010);Alpha Delta Kappa Excellence in Education (2010); Graduate, SCASA Executive Leadership Academy (2007),South Carolina Network of Women Administrator of the Year (2000); Honoree, 2013 Newberry College Hall of Master Teachers as an Educator Working Outside the Classroom; other recognitions include Palmetto Silver and Gold.
Military
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
Online Programs
Nursing Alumni In Focus
Trish Ulch
Trish is a school nurse coordinator for Newberry County School District where she works to create positive, effective change on a broader level. "One of the wonderful aspects of Nursing is there are so many different areas to explore. The key, however, is leaving your heart and mind open to all the possibilities!"
Online Programs
Newberry Online is the flexible, fast-paced, affordable way to get the credentials you need to jumpstart your career. You get the same high quality academic experience as our traditional face-to-face programs with courses taught by both full-time faculty and adjunct instructors with years of relevant work experience in your field of study.
Our transfer-friendly credit evaluation process gives you maximum credit for previously taken coursework. Even better, our life experience credit allowance recognizes the knowledge you’ve gained in the workforce, getting you that much closer to your goals after graduation.
If your busy life is getting in the way of pursuing a traditional degree program, Newberry Online can get you back on track to complete your bachelor’s degree.
Academic Experience
Bridge to Big Ideas
The Newberry College Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers a two-week summer seminar for rising high school seniors. The program is designed to provide students with an intellectually rigorous college-style experience, enhance critical thinking and writing skills, and promote engaged citizenship. Learn more.
Study Abroad
Many students participate in short study trips during May Term, a unique academic experience with opportunities to explore topics outside of the regular curriculum. Longer term study abroad options are available for students through a college consortium of which Newberry College is a member. Learn more.
Pre-Professional Programs
Pre-professional programs offer students the prerequisite courses necessary to prepare for application to graduate programs. Learn more.
Summerland Honors Program
The Summerland Honors Program is structured around the theme "A Quest for Identity," and will afford opportunities to explore this question from a number of perspectives. Learn more.
The Muller Center
The Muller Center at Newberry College helps students connect academic learning and civic involvement. Learn more.
ROTC
Since 1916, the Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) has produced more than 500,000 lieutenants for America's Army. Learn more.
Newberry College Herbarium
The campus herbarium's collections represent collections in South Carolina as well as from North Carolina, Virgina, Bahamas, Belize, and more. Learn more.
Veterans Program
Newberry College is an accredited institution, a military friendly college, and participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Learn more.
Fine Arts and Lectures Series (FAL)
The Fine Arts and Lectures Series (FAL) brings to our campus a variety of nationally and internationally known groups and individuals. Learn more.
Science Olympiad
The Science Olympiad offers interscholastic academic competition in biology, earth science, chemistry, physics, problem solving, and technology. Learn more.
RETAIN Center of Excellence for Mentoring and Induction of Teachers
The RETAIN (Retain Teachers through Action, Innovation, and Networking) Center of Excellence for Mentoring and Induction of Teachers is funded by a grant from the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. Its primary focus is to help the state of South Carolina retain its outstanding new teachers (first three years of service) by providing them with professional development, mentoring and continuing education. Learn more about RETAIN.
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
Degree Programs
Partial List of Career Possibilities:
Partial List of Employers That Have Hired Newberry Alumni
Thoughts from Current Students
Current students share about their unique Newberry College experiences and give advice to prospective students looking for a college home to build their future.
PSYCHOLOGY ALUMNI IN FOCUS
President, DuBose Web Group
Attending a small college like Newberry provided me a unique educational experience that you can't find everywhere. Not only do you gain the tools needed to succeed in most occupations, but you learn them in a personalized and exclusive setting that immediately sets you apart from others in the workforce. My Newberry College experience helped give me the tools I needed to follow my dreams of running my own business.
PSYCHOLOGY ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Stephanie Frady Wiesman
Graduation year: 2008
Mental Health Therapist at True North Counseling Services
Stephanie currently works with children, teens, and adults. She does play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, anger management, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
PSYCHOLOGY ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Brittany Howe
Graduation year: 2013
Newberry County Department of Social Services (DSS),
Brittany worked in foster care during her employment at DSS. She also completed an internship at DSS during her senior year at Newberry College.
SOCIOLOGY ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Walter Simmons
Ms. Dallas Shealy has been the Executive Director at South Carolina Lutheran Retirement Centers for the past 10 years. She was the Director of Alumni and Director of Development at Newberry College for 8 years and the Review Board Coordinator for the SC Governor’s Office for 7 years.